Shane McKinney ID’d as Bicyclist Killed in Houston Crash on West Dallas Street near Montrose Boulevard

Houston, Texas (October 12, 2022) – The bicyclist who died on Tuesday night during Pride Bike Ride Houston has been identified as Shane McKinney, 45.

The deadly crash occurred shortly before 8:00 p.m.  Tuesday, October 11, on West Dallas Street near Montrose Boulevard and downtown Houston.

Authorities said McKinney was one of the bicyclists who were riding with the group when he lost control of his bike and fell. He was then hit by a Mercedes E-Class sedan with an out-of-state license plate.

The driver of the Mercedes attempted to speed away but ended up hitting McKinney a second time. McKinney was declared dead at the scene.

The driver of the Mercedes did not stop to render aid to McKinney and fled the scene. Police said the driver is facing felony charges for not stopping to render aid.

The crash remains under investigation. Anyone with information or who witnessed the collision is urged to call HPD’s Hit and Run Unit at 713-247-4072 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

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